Cheap AND Good Quality?! Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 Sony Lens Review + GIVEAWAY (CLOSED)

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[@JorisHermans]

Giveaway closed! 🔥💥 More giveaways coming up...

[@bgga99]

Sir I'm from India. Did I got this product When I selected for giveaway.

[@ZubairSapra]

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[@strippedlist]

please test the new lenses from Thypoch Simera

[@benhibberdphotography]

I've been looking for a nice light lens to use with my Sony A7IV on a gimbal and this looks like it might be the one I go for! Since I film with 4k 60 quite often it would be nice to have a wider lens to still have a somewhat wide fov when in crop mode!

[@junrhope]

That's right, trying things in the real case use is how gear reviews should be done. This lens would be a great combo prime lens with my Viltrox 56mm F1.4. Gonna use the 56mm for tight shots, and 20mm for wide shots.

[@JoeHertler]

Thanks for making all the good content, brother! This channel has been a big part of my own journey into making vids! I shoot on an A7S3 and I’ll use this to film in my studio, where I don’t have a ton of space - I don’t have quite enough room for my 24-70

[@clockworkking]

Thanks for the great review! I'm a a7siii user, and always wanted a wider lens for filming skateboard and bmx

[@ekornblum]

Great short & sweet review with all the needed info. Keep up the good work! If I win it, I'd use it on my FX30 for interviews!

[@perplexed247]

Thx for a great review! I would use this beauty on my Sony A7ii (and A6000) for up close street photography in busy crowded places, oh, .. and architectural streetscape as well, given the awesome wide angle. Many thanks!

[@6MPFilms]

Thank you so much for all the amazing info you give on all your videos! I would use this on the ZV E10 for some astrovideography I am interested to try during an upcoming Dec. Meteor Shower

[@giovanni0286]

I just got ZV-E1 and wolf like to use it to film my cooking reels. I’m a chef in Dubai and I think your content is great. I first found your video about using the film emulations in Davinci, and I’ve been a fan ever since. 🙏🏼

[@samueldawns]

Thanks for the video! Love how viltrox makes their lenses so cheap. I use the Sony ZV-E10 and try working up to an A7IV next year. I would love to use the lens for vlogging and landscape shots, maybe also some Reels I shoot for clients. Greetings from Germany!

[@arttiz01]

I own other Viltrox lenses for Sony and Fujifilm, and it is nice to know that another lens is coming to our end. I own the FX30 and the A7IV, so that would be nice to cover the wide shots. Thanks for the video!

[@its_me_1852]

Wow! I have a Sony a6000 and I'm trying to learn more about it and lens for different types of settings. I love to travel and take street photos as well as landscape. It's a journey and I hope to improve and continue to upgrade my gear.

[@chadcz44]

Thanks for the review. Very impressive what such a cheap lens can offer for this price. Consider buying it for my Sony ZV-E1. I need a wider lens because I am currently shooting indoor with a 28mm most of the time with my back against a wall.😅 And the f2.8 would be an upgrade too.

[@sweet4nice2003]

Thank you Joris, great review especially since sometime photography is not about technicalities but real-life outcomes and we all use these items differently. Personally, I would love this lens seeing that being in South Africa lenses are not cheap stuff to invest in a lot of variety of lengths of lenses and this would be very handy for the little wedding business am doing and this will do well for the wide angle shots than my kit lens. All the same, thank you for your lessons.

[@lucasmeirlevede]

I bought the sony a7c about 6 months ago and I'm still using the kit lens. It's good and versatile but I'd love a smaller aperture. I'd probably use it for travel photography as I prefer only bringing 1 lens.

[@streetlife20]

I have a Sony fx30 and love it for smooth gimbal shots! Size seems perfect for a small or mid sized gimbal. Could using it when shooting automotive stuff and for vlogging as well! ❤

[@rodskz]

Nice review. I was comparing this with Samyang 18mm, not sure what to get for the Sony A7IV. 😅

[@ericgibbs9543]

Man i was just looking at the viltrox lens i see so many people commenting on them i was looking to use this for making drum videos i just picked up a Sony A7S ii and so far im loving what this camera is capable of but still learning. Thanks for the great review! cheers from Moncton NB Canada :)

[@kevinokephoto]

Fantastic review. I've only started doing video the past few years after decades of doing professional still photography. Your videos rock! Very imformative and to the point. Keep up the great work, you have a new subscriber.

[@Lama-hq6sz]

I have a cannon kiss X5 and the eds 18-55mm kit lens. I have started not long ago and just love learning about photography.

[@gcafebistro1490]

i want to try that lens on my a7sii - to shoot some interior videos of my restaurant. i also make content on youtube and instagram with a different profile - that lens would be a perfect addition because i do not have any wide angle lens currently. BTW - your sense of humor is very nice. keep it up.

[@giovcarrillo4222]

I have a zv-e10 and this would be a great general walk around lens. It will also be a good wide angle full frame lens if ever I upgrade. I'm an independent filmmaker so this small lens will be very useful for run and gun shoots.

[@JasonDevadason]

Are there any downsides to using FE lens on the ZV-E10? It should be around 13mm F1.9 on APSC camera right?

[@TimePostTV]

Hey awesome man, I haven't seen you for a while and great job for growing your channel, keep it up 👍

[@MorganBallardWheeler]

Cool lens! I’ve been looking for something wider than my 35mm to distort a close object with a wide background. Shooting on A7III.

[@HarriRomppainen]

Nice review again, Joris! I have a7Siii, and I would use this 20mm lens for travel, real estate and vlogging videos. I don’t live on the North Pole, but it would be great if you delivered it to the Northern Finland!

[@user-fq3xi8sd2e]

Interesting, clear and entertaining videos as usual, Joris. Will use the Lens on my FX30 , for nature and portrait videos at lower Aperture than my Sony zoom lenses.

[@ThomasYeemailme]

Excellent video. Love to have the lens for my Sony a7s doing landscape shoots. Thanks!!

[@Swole_Cole_]

Sickkkkk. I’ve been looking at getting a new lens. This would be perfect pair for my new A6700. Would def use it for landscapes and prob some vlogging/B-roll for my upcoming wedding!

[@daniele3385]

Nice video Joris, as always Very clear. I just bought the sony a7iv paired with a 24-70, i think the viltrox 20 mm will be a really good additional lens to my kit, also because I also shoot some interior places and I think my 24-70 isnt enough wide... I would really love to try this lightweight viltrox :) . Ty Joris for the amazing contents here on the channel and for the giveaways, always very much appreciated!😊

[@captainontwowheel9488]

Travelling on motorcycle, always looking for the lightest/smallest for everything... gonna buy a fx3 and gimbal and rig it to minimalist cinematic setup hopefully...

[@johnkarazou9049]

ZV-E10 - I believe those lightweight lenses are best for this small camera. I'm gonna use it for shoot and go - street photography (bonus, is full frame, when I upgrade this lens is going to be there for me!)

[@TheHeartless917]

I ordered this and Im planning to use this professionally on paid gigs. going to pair this with my a7iii on a gimbal. mainly choose this because I dont want to spend much money on a focal lenght that im not familiar yet. hope this goes well

[@JanSantosAnimation]

Great Review, this Lens would be a nice addition to my 35mm and 55-210mm.

[@VisionRays]

Send it over, with the sony A7IV I will create stuff with it🙃, the only Viltrox product I ever had is the speed booster for the GH5 with the Sigma 18-35 was a fraction of the price of the Metabones one, I had it for years, and still works like a charm. Nice video.

[@dmshawkothossain6876]

20 mm is my favourite lens, that may include this, but other vintage lens like, Carl Zeiss Flektogon 20 mm F 4, definitely an adorable one.

[@BlackapinoTheTechGuy]

*so on an FX30 what would this be equivalent too? as I'd be using it for vlogging & talking head videos like what you're doing*

[@intrepidscotland8091]

Thanks Joris, perfect fit for my Sony A7III for personal video projects. 😊

[@belugaplaysark8140]

I have a Sony A6000 and I'm just starting having a Len's like the viltrox 20mm 2.8 is useful when doing street photography if ur just starting out

[@Rafael-is5us]

Hey I was doing a little research to see if I should pick it up. It's a great price so no problem there and the quality is more than adequate. I plan on using it for capturing some of the festivals that happen in my corner of the world. It will go on a Sony A7 III.

[@zhecloud1]

I have a A7iii and i would like to try some crazy portraits with this wide lens! Of course some landscape too hahah

[@hakonlindbo]

That looks like the perfect lens to use with my zv-e10 for some amazing cinematic b-roll

[@werito82]

Great review! I want to use this lens for the Sony fx30 and the zv-e1 🎉🎉🎉

[@QEngineering]

Great video as always. I have a Sony A6100 and recently got an FX30. I use the camera to shoot nerdy engineering KZbin videos.

[@scottbarker6626]

I just got a little ZV-E10, my last camera was 12 years old. I'd love to use the Viltrox lens to better film my videos on my fine art KZbin channel! Keep up the videos, all your davinci tutorials have been a huge help in starting out editing.

[@iamdanfleser]

I just got the sony zve1 with 1634gm but it’s way to heavy and want to start vlogging more and this lens would be perfect!

[@kevinheg8814]

I got an Sony A7IV - would love to use this lens as a small travel setup and take some landscape shots. Would be nice to have a light lens. And maybe also for some vlog footage. 😊 Thanks for your giveaway and all your helpful free content on videography!

[@MR.HC_]

Great video! Seven months ago, I had an accident that left me bedridden, and I've been recording my recovery process. I currently have an a7SIII setup, but the challenge is that I need something lighter as carrying equipment has become quite difficult for me. I believe this would be really beneficial for me!

[@priimix-sandro2212]

I’m shooting with a song a7iv and I would love to use this Lende for aesthetic scenery videos, landscapes and maybe some interior shots 😁🙌🏼

[@DigiDriftZone]

Apps like Lightroom have lens profiles but what about Final Cut, how do you fix the complex distortion, vignette and chromatic aberration in video?

[@scottastic6428]

I have a Nikon ZF, and I’m going to adapt this and use it for landscape photography in Montana!

[@themarksmanABP]

This lens is fantastic for setting scenes in films. Well, I'd use it for setting scenes indoor with the baby on the A7iv. It means you could have a nice prime 35mm whilst a cheap 20mm saves you overspening on a wide angle. Cool review pal

[@vicentvanmole]

If only if they can make some high IQ compact pancake lens which few manufacturer made &none in high IQ. would not mind paying higher $ .look at the average size of Leica lens vs the rest which is larger & larger

[@Hugz_art]

I would like to use it at weddings, mostly on video. Sony 20mm 1.8 it is a little bit too expensive for me. This lens could be the perfect one for me. (Sony A74 & Zv-e10) Thank you for review! ❤️

[@foldiakmark]

I have an a6700 and this small lens would look great on it! Great video as always🔥

[@FakherElIslam]

Great review, I have a Sony a6000, may be I can use it for a wide shots

[@LuckyCrook21]

Sony a7iii. Started shooting in June, and I'm going to the German markets here in Birmingham to get some street photography throughout November and December, while the festivity lasts. I've been looking at wide angle lenses for a while now. Was considering finally getting one during the Black Friday sales if I can afford it. Something like this would be perfect, to be honest 🤔 Good review!

[@FPRides]

Thanks for the amazing review! I have a Sony a6000 at the moment but i'm planning to buy a Sony ZV-E10. I'll use the lens for my new camera to shoot some amazing footage of rollercoasters and themeparks! :D

[@remyknoke2137]

I use a a6700, I would use it for wild angle street photography and landscape. I use an f4 18-105, have the 2.8 would be a great addition!

[@jarelroxas8713]

I've got a Sony A7SIII and hope to use a 20mm like this for capturing awesome photos and video of my son growing up! Kids love getting close so this is perfect for a fast little toddler like him!

[@gringomedia]

I’d be using it on my A7IV to get a wider shot for the gym content I’ve been shooting for a client. I’ve got a Sigma 16mm (APSC) which has been giving me terrible flaring at the gym, so I’ve been stuck with my Helios 44-2 at 58mm. This would allow me to get some establishing/group shots which I can’t get now

[@JP-jf6bt]

Just bought the a7cII, this baby would fit perfectly for my Travelblog and Wedding videography 😍

[@patrick_vande_ven]

This would be a great lens for landscapes and interior pics, but also as a wide angle video lens on the ronin. I definitely would use it for that with my Sony a7 III.

[@sohalgagan]

Great video, I am new to your channel, so far I learned much from your capcut videos. keep it up and thanks

[@harishiv7279]

Great one . I have Sony a7iv and will use it for film making and event photography.

[@vintageshooter]

I got a Sony NEX 5, will probably use the lens for street photography and short form content on Instagram and TikTok

[@Jalbys]

My camera is a Sony a6100. Thought it would be a good lens for vlogs on my youtube channel. I have long dreamed of a 20mm lens But with a bad economy, there is no money left over for a new lens. You are awesome make sper clips love what i see. You give good inspiration.

[@sk8lucas]

Sony A6400. Would use it to record on-line video classes. Would be a great update from the super dark kit lens.

[@SzymonFutyma]

I Have A Sony A7III, Just Bought One This Week As I Want To Get to A Different Level In My Videography And Photography. The Viltrox Camera Lens Would Help Me In Getting The Best Photos And Content That I'll Be Posting On Social Media. Keep Up With The Good Content!!!

[@oliverg]

I have an A7SIII and it would be nice to have a wider prime lens for traveling/landscapes 🤞🏼

[@DannyWilfred]

Good one Joris! Appreciate your review! I recently ordered one in US to be brought to India by a friend (it's not available here yet) to be paired up with my A7IV.

[@christianblinde]

Would love to have this lens for my old Sony A7S I, looks great for Vlogging in my eyes and i would love to test it out.

[@chiemmartens8940]

I have a Sony a7 iii and shoot product video’s for beer brands. Because i’m on a budget i’ve only got a 60mm macro lens without AF. The 20 mm will come in handy for wide shots and shots with a lot of movement (AF).

[@SkaR]

Well that's a cute lil lens! Would be nice to have for some indoor stuff, but also seems to be pretty dope for street/architecture things. I have a Sony A6300, which, yeee, crop sensor, but hey. I've got a sony 18-200 (which I hate bcs of the variable aperture) and a helios 44-2 (which I absolutely love, but 50mm its a bit too much for what I do indoors), so something in-between would be pretty damn useful!

[@4Tek]

As a Sony a7iii user, i would use the lens for landscape photography. I think the focal length is perfect for this type of photography.

[@johanneswolf3434]

I have a Sony zv e10 and i would use the Lens for almost anything. As a general Lens, to film interviews, architecture or outside videos. The lens is great with it's high Aperture even when with a aps-c sensor

[@Laamseye]

I will have a7cii. I am travel videocore type,not like vlogging. So wide angle like 16-20-24 i am looking for. Cant buy GM 16-35. Planning to have this 20mm and sony 50mm. As i have 4k60 crop so 20 will work like and 50 will do like 75(close to 85). I dont use gimbal. All handheld. Lately i have been thinking about another option- save all money and get a 24-70 f4. Cam you help me for a best deal?

[@kengriffith45]

Looking at the Alpha 7C II for my Xmas gift to myself, so this would really ice the cake!!!

[@Asters2525]

With my A74 I would use the Viltrox 20 for street photography and architectural shots during walks in NYC. Love the size of this lens. Salud!

[@HillsTrucker]

Hello Joris, I have a Sony ZV-E10 and my wife presented it for me on our anniversary. We’ve been planning to start a cooking channel, this lens for filming it would be a great combo.

[@JosephFutsum]

I currently own a Sony A7III camera and I would love to use the lens for creating automotive videography with a more cinematic touch. I like the fact that this is super light, so I will be able to hold my camera with confidence when I hang it outside my window (not advising lol Dyod)

[@Tuandnq]

Tks for the review!!! ❤ I am also planning to buy the Viltrox 20mm 😅

[@TidusGoh]

I have a Sony A7IV and would love to add this lens to my travel setup!

[@ChillStudyDate]

how does this compare to the tamron 20mm f2.8?

[@juanfer738]

Hi joris! In this moment i have a Sony A7C, and i definitely cant stop to picture myself doing vlog contect with that lens haha. Thank you :)

[@mirage711]

Great review I would use it on my sony A7RIV

[@Skruekro]

I have an a7ii + I would use it to film my next bushcraft video paired with my 35 mm for some wild and wide landscape compositions!

[@mikepizzolato3026]

Great review. I really want this lens for real estate. Shooting on my Sony ZV-E1.

[@cellar-door]

would love to use this lens to capture the vistas on my salkantay trek on a sony a7iii!

[@Ernesto_MyFavTech]

Thanks for the video! I had to make a choice between a 24-70 sigma or a 20mm for a Sony emount, couldn’t afford both. I mostly photograph my Son and his Football team. A 20mm would be nice on my Sony A74. Thanks again!

[@divyansh7864]

I have a Sony A6300 and I use it to create social media content and product commercials, I think this lens can be a great addition to my kit.

[@Stijn.Swinnen]

Dag Joris Alweer een top video en duidelijke review waarvoor dank! Ik zou deze lens op mijn Sony A7III gebruiken. Deze lens lijkt me perfect om te vloggen en dan kan ik eens eindelijk aan mijn eigen youtube verhaal beginnen.

[@syedsyedulalam6220]

I have One and only A6100 but using this with kit lens which is not the best So i,m thinking to move to ZV E1 directly instead of buying apsc lenses so it would be very great to have the lens in my zv e1 that i,m goung to have

[@danvarsh]

I got Sony A7Riii and this lens will go well with it for some wide angle travel and landscape shots especially some night shots like milky way and northern lights during my winter adventures this year end!

[@imranalijafar]

i will use it for zve1 and pair it with sigma 28-70 as my travel package

[@oussamamoh8638]

I’l use it for sony zv-e10 , for work , thank for your reviews

[@Motiondust]

Hi Joris, nice review on this lens. Your way of showing enthusiasm makes people happy. And that's what I want to use it for on my Sony a7IV that I recently bought. I want to use it for shooting during venues, where there are many people. And they all want to be in the picture. I will smile, make them smile back and capture this joyful moment. So, if you want to support me on this mission, you can make me a great full man. And thanks for this review again.

[@DARINFRANCISBASTINVisual-gm5ir]

I have sony a7iv and I use this lens for shooting wide angles for my shortfilm

[@joesing.1050]

Hi all, I have sony a7......planning to get sony a7c ii. I hoping to try out some new lens for vlog and events. I really enjoy your video that explains everything...

[@gabrielzed4762]

I own a nikon D3400, but if I get this lens I'd use it for landscape photography, provided if I get the lens adapter first

[@INSIDEDALINES]

I could use it on my Sony FX3. I would use it for b-roll when I shoot sports.

[@pauuuuul87]

Great lens. For the price it doesn't matter if I win or not:). I have a ZV E1 and I would use this lens to film walking tours in my hometown. The small weight of the setup means I could use it with the smallest gimbal